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Nalmefene

Nalmefene
Physician-administered

How to get this medication

Nalmefene is a specialty medication, which means it's costly and requires more steps than usual in order to get it. We break down the process for you.

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How to get Nalmefene

If you've been prescribed Nalmefene or are considering it, we'll walk you through what you need to know about this specialty medication.

About nalmefene

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NALMEFENE treats opioid overdose, which causes slow or shallow breathing, severe drowsiness, or trouble staying awake. It belongs to a group of medications called opioid blockers.

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